If your employer unfairly fired you in the state of California, you may have a wrongful termination claim. But what does that mean, and what would be the benefit of you for filing a lawsuit? This guide explains: What it means if you’re unfairly fired from your job What the law considers wrongful termination What happens when discrimination is involved … Read More
What is Racial Discrimination in the Workplace?
Racial discrimination in the workplace is illegal—here in Glendale and everywhere else in the U.S.—but unfortunately, that doesn’t mean that it doesn’t happen. In fact, it happens far too often, resulting in disrupted lives, the loss of employment, and in many cases, the loss of faith in others’ humanity. If you’ve been a victim of racial discrimination in the workplace, … Read More
Disability Discrimination Laws in California
Disability discrimination laws are in place in California and at the federal level to protect people who are differently abled in the workplace—but sometimes, employers violate those laws. When an employer violates disability discrimination laws, the victim may be entitled to financial compensation. Disability Discrimination Laws in California In the state of California, employers that have five or more employees … Read More
Religious Discrimination in the Workplace (and Why You May Need a Religious Discrimination Lawyer)
Religious discrimination is against the law—but unfortunately, it still happens in Glendale, Los Angeles, and other communities throughout California. What is Religious Discrimination? Religious discrimination, as it applies to the workplace, involves treating someone unfavorably simply because of his or her religious beliefs. How Religious Discrimination is Illegal Federal and state laws on religious discrimination are very clear: An employer … Read More
What is Pregnancy Discrimination?
According to the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, pregnancy discrimination involves “involves treating a woman (an applicant or employee) unfavorably because of pregnancy, childbirth, or a medical condition related to pregnancy or childbirth. If you’ve been discriminated against for one of these reasons, it may make sense for you to get in touch with a pregnancy discrimination attorney in … Read More
Wrongful Termination and Discrimination
Wrongful termination often goes hand-in-hand with discrimination, although that’s not always the case. However, if it does happen to you—whether it’s related to age, disability, race, or something else—it may be in your best interest to talk to a Glendale discrimination lawyer who can help. Wrongful Termination and Discrimination: What You Need to Know There are several types of discrimination, … Read More
Pregnancy Discrimination Laws in California
Pregnancy discrimination laws are in place to protect women from negative consequences in the workplace. It’s also illegal. Pregnancy discrimination is a type of workplace discrimination that occurs when an expectant woman is fired, not hired, or otherwise discriminated against. It can even happen when a woman only intends to become pregnant. If it’s happened to you, you may want … Read More
